Soy-Free BBQ Chicken
Elevate your barbecue game with this mouthwatering Soy-Free BBQ Chicken recipe, a perfect choice for those seeking bold flavors without soy-based ingredients. Tender chicken thighs are basted in a homemade BBQ sauce crafted from wholesome staples like apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, and fragrant spices, delivering a balance of smoky, tangy, and sweet notes. Whether grilled to perfection or baked in the oven, this recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful results every time. Ideal for backyard cookouts or cozy family dinners, this soy-free BBQ chicken pairs beautifully with your favorite sides and extra sauce on the side for dipping. Ready in under an hour, it's a simple yet satisfying dish that showcases the true essence of barbecue—with no soy in sight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.75 cup Tomato paste
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, or preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if you prefer to bake the chicken.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, onion powder, ground cumin, and water.
Stir the sauce mixture well and bring it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
While the sauce is simmering, pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub the olive oil evenly over the surface of the chicken.
Spoon half of the BBQ sauce over the chicken thighs, making sure to coat them evenly. Reserve the other half of the sauce for basting and serving.
If grilling, place chicken on the preheated grill, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Baste with additional BBQ sauce during the last 10 minutes of grilling.
If baking, place the chicken in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, basting with more BBQ sauce halfway through the cooking time.
Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the BBQ chicken with the remaining sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.4 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 742 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 412 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
